Comments on: The free agent market proves to be unfriendly to veteran NHL talenthttp://nhl.nbcsports.com/2010/08/13/the-free-agent-market-proves-to-be-unfriendly-to-veteran-nhl-talent/
ProHockeyTalk on NBCSports.comFri, 09 Dec 2016 15:32:15 +0000hourly1http://wordpress.com/By: Jim Turcottehttp://nhl.nbcsports.com/2010/08/13/the-free-agent-market-proves-to-be-unfriendly-to-veteran-nhl-talent/comment-page-1/#comment-5998
Sat, 14 Aug 2010 11:32:13 +0000http://localhost/wp/3.0/?p=14893#comment-5998I found this to be an interesting article. While I could understand Liljas’ frustrations I think that he is just a bit off point with his blame. Its OK to be frustrated with your current team when they don’t bring you back. But, the players also need to hold the NHLPA accountable for a system that best rewards the “stars” and little else for the rank and file.
This system is only going to get worse for the veteran players as teams refine their approach. Stars will get their disproportional share and younger player that offer cost certainty will be valued beyond their skill and experience set. That first contract following a player’s entry level is going to be critical to setting their future market. Also, the player had better deliver on that contract or he will be seen as a replaceable part by his mid to late twenties.
The teams can’t correct this unilaterally, they will need input from the NHLPA, good luck.
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